Mitie Group Plc

Mitie is the UK's leading facilities management company, looking after people and buildings for large, diverse, blue-chip clients including banks, retailers, hospitals, schools and government offices. Mitie's Central Government and Defence division partners with the UK government and defence sectors to make a difference and help keep the country safe.

Mitie recognizes that veterans hold transferable knowledge, skills and experience valuable to its business. It understands the challenges veterans face seeking civilian employment. Mitie signed the Armed Forces Covenant and was awarded the Gold Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for its commitment to treating the Armed Forces community with fairness and respect.

Mitie employs over 64,000 people across a wide range of roles and levels. It provides career development through apprenticeships and training. Flexible working patterns accommodate colleagues' requirements where possible. Mitie offers competitive pay, pension, cycle to work scheme, life insurance, virtual GP, retail discounts, share plans and more, including 10 extra days paid leave for reservists.

To support veterans, Mitie works with the Career Transition Partnership and military charities, attended by Mitie veterans, to raise awareness of roles. Currently 3.5% of Mitie's workforce are veterans. The Ready2Work Military programme provides 2-4 weeks' work experience pre-discharge. The Mycareer Journey toolkit helps colleagues plan careers at Mitie. Extensive training develops skills.

The 600+ member Mitie Military network offers veterans, reservists and allies a support network with networking, coaching, mentoring and a safe space to share experiences. A buddy system supports service leavers with advice and guidance on the business and transition to civilian life. The network is sponsored by a senior executive. It works with other diversity networks, supporting intersectionality. Events include an annual Remembrance Service attended by leaders. Mitie sponsors Army Rugby, sharing tickets.

In summary, Mitie is a great place for veterans to work with veterans in key roles. Its service ethos aligns to military life. The Mitie Military network provides community and support for the transition to civilian roles.